120 Lamotte Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 · Beaufort County
Our highly skilled, compassionate associates provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Hilton Head, SC.
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Typically 66% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
Life Care Center of Hilton Head is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Hilton Head Island, SC, with 88 certified beds and an average of about 59 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Centers of America network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.68 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.93 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,281 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,900–$10,970/mo (median $9,670) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Hilton Head Island prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-17 | Fine | $8,281 |
120 Lamotte Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC
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Talk to an advisor about this communityLife Care Center of Hilton Head does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hilton Head Island, SC area typically runs $8,900–$10,970 per month (median $9,670, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Life Care Center of Hilton Head 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.68 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Life Care Center of Hilton Head has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 66% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Life Care Center of Hilton Head in Hilton Head Island, SC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 88 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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